Kuala Lumpur – The Archdiocesan Office for Human Development (AOHD) held a roadshow to dialogue and discuss matters related to the human development here in the Church of The Sacred Heart of Jesus, Kuala Lumpur. The 2 hours roadshow on Saturday, 19th August 2023, commenced with fellowship, continued with introduction and group sharing by Adira, represented the AOHD and Lydia Pinto, represented the Parish Integral Human Development (PIHDM). Among the topics discussed were the database system creation to input the cases filed under AOHD which could be accessed by the authorized members of AOHD in all parishes, standardization of forms for the financial aid and also ways to create awareness on the active working committee to contribute to the community and also to help those in need to sustain financially for a long run. The Director of AOHD, Dr, Gary also participated in this roadshow which drew other members from the sub ministries under PIHDM such as Migrant Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Prison Ministry, SSVP Ministry, Eagles Wings Ministry and SSO Ministry to share on their mission works. Dr. Gary also shared and suggested to run a 6 month program for students whom preparing for their Confirmation where they could volunteer in the activities of AOHD before they receive the sacrament of Confirmation. He mentioned that at least 10% of confirmands would continue to serve in the community and churches even after they are confirmed. The PIHDM lead expressed her gratitude to all the 24 parishioners who attended this fruitful roadshow in order to serve the community.
